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A Beginner’s Guide to Technical Cameras

A Beginner’s Guide to Technical Cameras

by Albrecht Voss
A technical camera is a highly specialized photographic tool designed for precision and versatility, featuring extensive movements such as tilt, shift, rise, fall, and swing. These cameras are used in architectural photography to achieve meticulous control over perspective and depth of field.
Behold! Canon’s Newest Releases – The EOS R1 and EOS R5 MK II

Behold! Canon’s Newest Releases – The EOS R1 and EOS R5 MK II

by Lexi Taciak
This fine Wednesday morning, the world woke up to Canon’s much-anticipated new releases — the EOS R1 and EOS R5 MK II. The new iterations of these two mirrorless behemoths both have processor, autofocus, and video upgrades.The R1 is Canon’s flagship and boasts speed and focus but at a higher price tag ($6,299) and a bulkier body.The
Introducing the New Arca Swiss Pico System

Introducing the New Arca Swiss Pico System

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
The Arca Swiss Pico is a new addition to the line of technical cameras by Arca Swiss, renowned for their precision and quality in camera and tripod systems. Pico has been designed as a compact and lightweight view camera, aimed at professional photographers who require precise control over their images, particularly needing shift and tilt functionalities.
SmallRig and Potato Jet Have Presented a New and Unconventional Tripod

SmallRig and Potato Jet Have Presented a New and Unconventional Tripod

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
Although this intriguing new tripod was designed with video creators in mind, it may also interest architectural photographers! This SmallRig x Potato Jet collaboration dubbed the “Tribex Hydraulic Carbon Fiber Tripod” stands out for its very fast and simple leg extension and leveling mechanism.
Laowa Lens Offers a Reliable Shift Lens at a Great Value

Laowa Lens Offers a Reliable Shift Lens at a Great Value

by Mel Willis
The Laowa 20mm Zero-D Shift is a reliable choice for those seeking to incorporate shift capabilities into their setup. This lens provides a compelling entry point from both image quality and price perspectives. Laowa Lens is also giving APA readers 10% off either the 15mm or 20mm shift lenses.
Shimoda Has a New Backpack on the Way – Here’s my Thoughts on Their Existing Models

Shimoda Has a New Backpack on the Way – Here’s my Thoughts on Their Existing Models

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
For several months, I’ve been testing camera rolling backpacks, using several models from the Thinktank company as examples. I wrote a fairly long article about it, which you can still read. After an extended period of working and traveling with a rolling backpack, however, I found myself longing for a classic camera backpack.
Why is the new Nikon Zf an interesting camera?

Why is the new Nikon Zf an interesting camera?

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
Nikon has introduced a new mirrorless camera with a retro style. It’s a body that pays homage to the iconic analog FM2 model and bears a strong resemblance to the Z fc model introduced in 2021, featuring an APS-C sensor. Why might this model be of interest to architectural photographers?Pixel
Fujifilm Tilt Shift Lenses and More Officially Announced

Fujifilm Tilt Shift Lenses and More Officially Announced

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
The Fujifilm GFX100s is a great camera for architectural photography. Many photographers use it in combination with shift lenses from other manufacturers. Thanks to adapters, we can use products from Canon, Nikon, or Laowa, for example. However, we have all been eagerly waiting for the long-promised native Fuji shift lenses.
You Don’t NEED a Tilt-Shift Lens for Architecture Photography!

You Don’t NEED a Tilt-Shift Lens for Architecture Photography!

by Matthew Anderson
Before I get into this, I need to put out a disclaimer – this article and video aren’t meant to throw shade at tilt-shift lenses. I love tilt-shift lenses. In fact, I own 3 of them. The whole idea for this topic came from seeing multiple condescending comments directed at newbie photographers, trying to make them feel inequitable because they didn’t use a TS lens!
Smallrig Wants Your Feedback As They Design Their New Production Cart

Smallrig Wants Your Feedback As They Design Their New Production Cart

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
Many architectural photographers use “video camera” carts. These small production carts with wheels allow you to comfortably transport a lot of equipment, especially when working with flashes and grip equipment. It is also a very good option for working with a computer in tethering mode.
A medium-sized tripod that we can always take with us: review of Leofoto LQ-284C

A medium-sized tripod that we can always take with us: review of Leofoto LQ-284C

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
Not everyone who takes photos needs to have a tripod. However, in architectural photography, a camera practically doesn’t exist without a tripod. Moreover, it is worth having more than one tripod! Many people believe that the optimal solution is to have three models…A large, versatile “workhorse” tripod (such as the previously mentioned Leofoto LM-324CL or the competing Gitzo GT3543XLS) A medium-sized tripod that we can always take with us, for example, in carry-on luggage or attach to a backpack when going hiking (Albrecht Voss described the Gitzo GK2545T-82QD model) A pocket-sized tabletop tripod that can be useful in specific situations (check out Mike Kelley’s review of the Platypod or the Gitzo Mini Traveler Tabletop Tripod).This
Nikon Z8 Announced for Pre-Order

Nikon Z8 Announced for Pre-Order

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
For some time now, it has become popular to claim that Nikon has overslept the transition from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras, and some even predict the end of the company. Nikon, with the introduction of the well-received Z9, showed that they still know how to build great cameras for professionals that even set new standards in certain fields.
Is This the End of Digital Backs?

Is This the End of Digital Backs?

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
Produced for more than 20 years, Swiss-made Alpa cameras are renowned for their precision, construction quality and high price. They are designed to work with medium format digital backs and specifically mounted lenses from Rodenstock and Schneider.
A tip every GFX user should know

A tip every GFX user should know

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
Fujifilm’s GFX series cameras are great equipment for architectural photographers. We can argue whether this is a true medium format, but it is certainly a piece of equipment used by an increasing number of professionals. There are more and more interesting lenses available for this system, and many readers are surely waiting with bated breath for the release of the shift lens announced by Fuji.
Off-Camera Flash 101 (The Basics)

Off-Camera Flash 101 (The Basics)

by Matthew Anderson
While (clearly) an A&D photographer isn’t going to use flash for every single shot, many professionals have it at their disposal if a particular composition calls for it. Yes, off-camera flash is not the easiest thing to learn, but there’s definitely a simple way to initially approach it.
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